The reasons for Jesus Christ’s pre-eminence

He possesses the rights of the firstbornCol 1:15-17As the firstborn son has the rights and privileges of an heir, so Jesus Christ is heir of all things by virtue of his pre-existence and sonship. See alsoRo 8:29; Heb 1:6

Dictionary of Bible Themes Scripture index copyright Martin H. Manser, 2009. As Editor, Martin Manser wishes to thank all those who compiled or edited the NIV Thematic Study Bible, on which this work is based.